Designing with Light and Space For my capstone project I will explore projection, video, and LED mapping techniques in order to prototype digital and physical spaces with the intention of designing interactive and/or immersive environments/experiences. I am interested in exploring virtual production, installation-based art, interactivity, and human-centered design concepts in order to develop a physical…
Applying IoT – How I did it
What is IoT anyways? The Internet of Things (IoT) describes the network of physical objects—“things”—that are embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies for the purpose of connecting and exchanging data with other devices and systems over the internet. ~Oracle When I first learned of IoT I immediately was intrigued. I wanted to learn more about…
Developing UX and UI Skills
First things first… UX and UI are two design aspects that are brand new to me. Developing a functional, intuitive, and an aesthetically pleasing interface is no small feat. It requires good clear copy and demands an array of design considerations including interface flow, color theory, typography, grid-blocking, and page hierarchy. In order to build…
Embrace Virtual Production and Create Cutting-Edge Visual Effects
Virtual Production (VP) is a relatively new term. It refers to a wide spectrum of visual film-making methods and computer-aided production. This cutting-edge technology removes the barriers between live production and visual effects, creating a more efficient and collaborative workflow. Moving Picture Company (MPC) defines VP as such: “VP combines virtual and augmented reality with…
Interning During the Pandemic
Internship: Toy Robot Media Interview Toy Robot Media (TR) is a well-known graphic design company that specializes in creative services for live events; they tailor their services towards corporate companies such as Disney, Ford and Xbox. As someone who is earning a Bachelor’s degree in Digital Multimedia Design and has a background in production, it…
Group Project: Spectrum Design
How did we do it? Iteration Iteration Iteration Iteration has been the name of the game! The concept behind the AR app, Spectrum Design was aimed directly at the limitation of current social media filters; every single one is confined to the dimensions of the screen. Taking this into consideration, getting “out of the box”…